Lucien Crochet : Les Calcaires 2022

Sourced from several parcels on the chalky, south-facing hillsides of Sancerre, this has an intensely mineral and saline nose that is faithfully reproduced on the palate. Chalky-textured and linear, this is a deeply savoury, dry wine with a firm backbone of acidity that belies the warmth of the vintage. Very stylish.

Blend of different calcareous terroirs. Unoaked. More lift and tension than the domaine bottling but still quite big, and chewy on the end. A little mineral on the end but quite a bruiser. (JR)

Medium deep straw colour with a bright hue. Pure nose offering some chalky notes, fresh pale stone fruit, lemongrass, and mild toast. The palate combines good volume with crisp acidity and mild extract, savoury youthful fruit with a fine, gently creamy texture without heaviness, long and vigorous finish.